The Print House Gallery presents; "Bronx Series" by Andre Dos Santos 13th March to the 12th of April •

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Andre Dos Santos has spent the best part of ten years documenting and exploring the streets of New York’s outer boroughs with his two trusty Rolleiflex TLR’s and other vintage medium-format cameras. Having spent three years wandering the often deserted and remote parts of the Bronx, it’s Dos Santos’ photographs of this borough that represent his largest body of work and illustrate the scenery and streets that remain a strong inspiration in his work today.

Gallery Opening hours 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
Monday to Friday.

Exhibition runs from the 13th March 2015 to the 12th of April and entry is free.

Current Job Vancancies at Bootstrap Company•

To lead and manage the finance control, admin,
monitoring and reporting systems in order to underpin Bootstrap Company’s
services and charitable work in a sustainable way.

To ensure that the accounting system (Xero) is kept
up to date and management accounts are produced in a timely basis. To be
a member of the Management team and deputise for the CEO where appropriate. To
be responsible for maintaining the financial records of Bootstrap Company and
Bootstrap Trading Company.

For further information please contact ruth@bootstrapcompany.co.uk

Job Title: BAR MANAGER FOR DALSTON ROOF PARK

You will lead the bar operations and evening staff team of Dalston Roof Park.You will manage Recruiting, training and motivating of all all-seasonal staff. You will control Stock management and deliveries, and Control all aspects of finance in the bar including sales, gross profit, stock control, core wages and controllable expenditure. This will be role reporting to the Events and Trading Coordinator.

How to apply: Send your CV, a covering letter that explains why you are suited to the role Rosa@bootstrapcompany.co.uk by the 6th April 2015.

Bootstrap FUNdraising Run •

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The very first Bootstrap Company Fun Run is taking place on Saturday 28th March, 2015 in East London's most beautiful green space - Victoria Park.

CAUSE: Bootstrap Company was setup in 1977 to provide startup space and enterprise support for local people. We run the innovative education programme Bootstrap Campus - to provide a pathway for local 16-24 yr olds to get into work. We do this through running workshops, creating work placement opportunities and we have just launched a 'enterprise hub' to support young entrepreneurs.

With your help - we want to dramatically increase the scale of this work creating more opportunities for local young professionals to transition into work.

Sara Turnbull, Bootstrap CEO, "There is still high inequality and high youth unemployment in Hackney. Bootstrap are working to create a space and structure for local young people to connect with Hackneys buzzing new creative economy."

None of this would be possible without FUNDS. Your support will be vital in helping Bootstrap deliver our social mission.

Lets all get fit, have fun, and raise funds! A wonderful chance for everyone in the extended Bootstrap community to get together and celebrate health, happiness and wellbeing! Whether you're a tenant, a Bootstrap Campus resident, a Dalston Roof Park lover, a supporter of Bootstrap, fitness fanatic or first timer - this run is for you!

We aim to raise £10,000, and need your running help to do it!

HOW WILL IT WORK?

There will be a registration fee of £10. This guarantees you a place in the race, a goodie bag, and covers the cost of organising the run.

Win a Space in Bootyard•

Become part of Bootyard, a project run by Bootstrap Company to turn a neglected carpark into a space for social businesses and community activities in the heart of Dalston.

Bootstrap Company are looking for a mix of start-up and established enterprises to populate the space.

THINGS WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN APPLICATIONS:

Jobs, Environmentally and socially conscious, Up for collaboration and community events, Bringing footfall and press coverage, Knowledge and connections of local community, Alignment with Bootstrap’s values.

OPTIONS FOR GETTING INVOLVED

1.A self-contained business in a 20ft or 40ft container.

2.Maker space in a shared studio or individual shed.

3.Pop-up retail or community activity

4.Open air event

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Everyone. We are hoping to be surprised by the variety of ideas. Deadline for applications 16th February 2015. Click on the PDF link below for full details.

Meet the team •

Bootstrap Shortlisted for Living Wage Champion awards•

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We are delighted to be shortlisted in the London region for the Living Wage Champion awards. The awards will be judged over the next three weeks by a panel of community leaders from Citizens UK. The winning organisations will be announced during Living Wage Week.

About Us•

Bootstrap Company believes in the power of creative and social microenterprises to be a critical asset in the regeneration of communities - our core activities are focused on three things:

· Supporting Small to Medium size Enterprises – As well as providing high quality, affordable managed workspace, we also support our tenants by providing tailored business support, providing networking opportunities and promoting their work

· Piloting innovative educational projects – By leveraging the creative enterprises that are part of the Bootstrap community we develop programs that focus on creative learning and career building

· Creating a space for cultural exchange - Striving to push borders on re-imagining space and creating unconventional experience are central to our enterprise. We manage a gallery showcasing up and coming artists, a bunker space used for a variety of art and dance performances and the Dalston Roof Parks various events.

Dalston Roof park•

Closed! See you next summer!

Bootstrap Campus•

Remember the summer? Our 2014 highlight has to be the Bootcamp Live takeover of Dalston Roof Park - a careers event like no other, run by young people, for young people. Great memories - pure inspiration and positivity.

CLUB RULES

Everyone must comply with the Bootstrap membership rules, we will not tolerate any of the following: drunk, disorderly, irresponsible or dangerous behaviour. No vandalising or damaging of the property. There is a zero tolerance policy on drugs and any disrespectful behaviour to any member of staff. Anyone who does not comply with these rules will be asked to leave and will have their membership revoked. Alcohol is only to be served to people over 18 years old.

GIFT AID

I confirm I have paid or will pay an amount of Income tax and/or Capital gains tax for each tax year (6 april to 5 april) that is at least equal to the amount of tax that all the charities or Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) that I donate to will reclaim on my gifts for that tax year. I understand that other taxes such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. I understand that the charity will reclaim 28p of tax on every £1 that I gave up to 5 April 2008 and will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 that i give on or after 6 April 2008.